Avatar: The Way of Water' Cinematographer Explains Virtual Lighting

“Sometimes I catch myself thinking, Who’s crazy enough to try and make a film this way? But then the proof’s on the screen.”
'Avatar: The Way of Water' cinematographer Russell Carpenter breaks down how he and James Cameron create new worlds.

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